Cork Race 3 - Mouse Trap Bar & Bridge House Bar Pre Race Party Maiden Hurdle
SPECULATEUR (13) Honest race when 3rd last run in a hurdle at Clonmel on a heavy track and promising career start. In good racing form since resuming from a break. Serious player. ROYAL GLADIATOR (9) First up after 11 weeks and tidy effort when 2nd first up last preparation at Navan. Will give a big sight. CAPTAINS SPEECH (3) Career debut 6yo by El Salvador for Henry De Bromhead. Betting as a guide. ACHERON (1) First up from a spell of 59 weeks. Tidy run when 2nd last start at Dundalk and putting a tidy record together so far. Going over extra ground. Has to be included.

Jockey: Jordan Gainford
Weight: 75.5kgs
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First run back from a 59 week spell. Looked good when 2nd last start at Dundalk and good career start. Stepping up in distance. Definite contender.
Last Starts 414 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/6 | 29/01/2025 | - | 47-80 | $11,499.00 | Dundalk | 2148m | GOOD | R Whearty | 59.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 4.5L | $3.75 |
| 5/10 | 29/09/2024 | - | $0.00 | Nancy | 2500m | Aurelien Lemaitre | 02:44.73 | - | 0 |
| 5.3L | $0.00 | |||
| 3/10 | 09/09/2024 | - | Flat | $22,000.00 | Saint Cloud | 1999m | SOFT7 | Cristian Demuro | 58kg | 02:13.87 | - | 8 |
| 4.2L | $5.50 |
| 2/14 | 29/07/2024 | - | 3Y MDN | $22,000.00 | Dieppe | 1800m | SOFT5 | Cristian Demuro | 58.5kg | - | - | 8 |
| 0.75L | $8.50 |

Jockey: John Shinnick
Weight: 75.5kgs
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5yo first starter by Valirann for trainer W J Burke. Watch betting.

Jockey: Darragh O'Keeffe
Weight: 75.5kgs
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6yo first starter sired by El Salvador for Henry De Bromhead. Respect the betting.

Jockey: Danny Mullins
Weight: 75.5kgs
Stats
Comments
First run back after spell. Failed to finish in a hurdle at Punchestown. Trainer has gone for the tongue tie on, take note. Shows good early pace. Watch for a sign in the market.
Last Starts 98 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99/18 | 11/12/2025 | - | 5yo+ | $12,000.00 | Punchestown | 3822m | SOFT | Donagh Meyler | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 999L | $13.00 |
| 2/12 | 04/10/2025 | - | 4UP MDN HURDLE | $12,000.00 | Gowran Park | 4059m | SOFT | Donagh Meyler | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 16L | $2.50 |
| 3/9 | 21/04/2025 | - | Pro/Am | $20,000.00 | Fairyhouse | 3218m | SOFT | Aine Oconnor | 73kg | - | - | 0 |
| 49L | $26.00 |
| 4/19 | 03/05/2024 | - | N_H_Flat | $15,000.00 | Punchestown | 3786m | SOFT | Darragh Allen | 73.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 11.75L | $41.00 |
| 3/8 | 10/03/2024 | - | Pro/Am | $0.00 | Limerick | 3264m | HEAVY | R W Barron | 76kg | - | - | 1 |
| 6.75L | $4.40 |
| 3/5 | 13/01/2024 | - | pro/am | $0.00 | Fairyhouse | 3218m | SOFT | J L Gleeson | 76kg | - | - | 1 |
| 5.25L | $23.00 |
| 3/10 | 09/12/2023 | - | $0.00 | Navan | 3218m | HEAVY | J L Gleeson | 76kg | - | - | 0 |
| 12L | $18.00 |

Jockey: Sean Flanagan
Weight: 75.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Odds of $10.00 and ran 4th last time in a hurdle at Clonmel. Can't leave out of your calculations.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/16 | 26/02/2026 | - | 5UP MDN HURDLE | $15,000.00 | Clonmel | 3880m | HEAVY | Brian Hayes | 72kg | - | - | 0 |
| 42L | $10.00 |
| 3/16 | 25/01/2026 | - | 4UP MDN HURDLE | $15,000.00 | Naas | 3758m | HEAVY | Brian Hayes | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 13.75L | $101.00 |
| 11/17 | 26/12/2025 | - | 4Y MDN HURDLE | $12,000.00 | Limerick | 3218m | HEAVY | E P Obrien | 69.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 57.25L | $19.00 |
| 4/10 | 17/11/2025 | - | Pro/Am | $15,000.00 | Navan | 3264m | SOFT | J P Oneill | 76.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 5.6L | $17.00 |
| 2/8 | 09/10/2025 | - | Ladies Pro/Am | $9,999.00 | Tramore | 3218m | SOFT | H Phillips | 76kg | - | - | 0 |
| 0.05L | $4.50 |
| 6/7 | 16/05/2025 | - | Pro/Am | $9,999.00 | Kilbeggan | 3822m | GOOD | J P Oneill | 70.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 9.5L | $12.00 |

Jockey: Mr W Verling
Weight: 75.5kgs
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Patrick Michael Verling 12yo by Double Eclipse on debut. Large claim helps. Watch the market.

Jockey: Gavin Brouder
Weight: 75.5kgs
Stats
Comments
At $11.00 not up to scratch when 9th last run at Dundalk. Should come to hand quickly. Ear muffs on could be an important change. Will need everything to go right.
Last Starts 36 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 | 11/02/2026 | - | 4UP HCP | $13,000.00 | Dundalk | 3218m | GOOD | Declan Mcdonogh | 62.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 6.6L | $11.00 |
| 6/12 | 09/01/2026 | - | 4UP HCP | $13,000.00 | Dundalk | 2414m | GOOD | Keithen Kennedy | 62.5kg | - | - | 9 |
| 3.95L | $11.00 |
| 3/11 | 31/10/2025 | - | 3yo+ | $15,999.00 | Dundalk | 2414m | GOOD | Declan Mcdonogh | 57.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 0.95L | $41.00 |
| 5/13 | 15/10/2025 | - | 5UP MDN HURDLE | $12,000.00 | Punchestown | 3305m | GOOD | Gearoid Patrick Brouder | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 16.75L | $126.00 |
| 7/12 | 03/10/2025 | - | 5UP MDN HURDLE | $12,000.00 | Gowran Park | 3291m | SOFT | Gearoid Patrick Brouder | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 42.25L | $67.00 |
| 5/7 | 09/08/2025 | - | 5UP MDN HURDLE | $9,999.00 | Kilbeggan | 3218m | GOOD | Gearoid Patrick Brouder | 74kg | - | - | 0 |
| 16.75L | $13.00 |
| 7/10 | 17/07/2025 | - | 3yo+ | $20,000.00 | Leopardstown | 2578m | GOOD | K G Kennedy | 60.5kg | - | - | 8 |
| 21.2L | $23.00 |
| 6/6 | 14/03/2025 | - | 4yo+ | $11,499.00 | Dundalk | 2414m | GOOD | K G Kennedy | 61.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 4.55L | $4.00 |
| 4/7 | 21/02/2025 | - | 4yo+ | $11,499.00 | Dundalk | 2414m | STANDARD | J Kearney | 61.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 2.8L | $2.50 |
| 2/6 | 07/02/2025 | - | Flat | $15,499.00 | Dundalk | 3218m | GOOD | J Kearney | 57kg | - | - | 4 |
| 2.25L | $5.50 |
| 1/8 | 14/01/2025 | - | 4UP MDN | $11,001.00 | Dundalk | 2414m | GOOD | K G Kennedy | 62.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 0.1L | $15.00 |
| 7/13 | 06/08/2024 | - | N_H_Flat | $11,001.00 | Roscommon | 3108m | SOFT | Fred Maguire | 74.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 17.75L | $41.00 |
| 6/14 | 05/07/2024 | - | N_H_Flat | $10,501.00 | Cork | 3392m | GOOD | Fred Maguire | 74.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 14.35L | $41.00 |
| 22/25 | 30/04/2024 | - | N_H_Flat | $100,000.00 | Punchestown | 3354m | SOFT | Fred Maguire | 74.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 110.9L | $126.00 |

Jockey: Niall Moore
Weight: 75.5kgs
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David M Obrien trained 6yo by Shirocco having first race appearance. The large claim from Niall Moore should help. Keep your eye on the market.

Jockey: Keith Donoghue
Weight: 75.5kgs
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First up after 11 weeks and competitive effort when 2nd first up last preparation at Navan. Chance and can measure up.
Last Starts 81 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/15 | 28/12/2025 | - | 4Y MDN HURDLE | $15,000.00 | Leopardstown | 4160m | GOOD | Keith Donoghue | 73kg | - | - | 0 |
| 7.5L | $8.00 |
| 2/10 | 17/11/2025 | - | Pro/Am | $15,000.00 | Navan | 3264m | SOFT | J Dunne | 76.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 1.25L | $15.00 |

Jockey: Simon Torrens
Weight: 75.5kgs
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Failed to finish in a hurdle at Leopardstown on Mar 2nd but fitter for debut run. Hard to see it being good enough.
Last Starts 17 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99/16 | 02/03/2026 | - | 4UP MDN HDL | $13,000.00 | Leopardstown | 3218m | SOFT | Peter Smithers | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 999L | $51.00 |

Jockey: R Deegan
Weight: 75.5kgs
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Comments
Jumped at $201.00 and disappointing run when 9th last run in a hurdle at Leopardstown but was a debutant last start. Need a lot of luck to be threatening these.
Last Starts 16 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 | 03/03/2026 | - | 4UP MDN GHURDLE | $12,000.00 | Leopardstown | 4178m | SOFT | R Deegan | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 61.5L | $201.00 |

Jockey: Cian Quirke
Weight: 75.5kgs
Stats
Comments
7yo by Spanish Moon having first start for David Harry Kelly. Interesting to see the tongue tie go on for the first time. Watch the market moves.

Jockey: Jack Kennedy
Weight: 75.5kgs
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Comments
Was competitive when 3rd last run in a hurdle at Clonmel and solid career start. Has run into the money regularly this campaign. Should go very close.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/16 | 26/02/2026 | - | 5UP MDN HURDLE | $15,000.00 | Clonmel | 3880m | HEAVY | Jack Kennedy | 72kg | - | - | 0 |
| 10L | $7.00 |
| 3/15 | 04/02/2026 | - | 4UP MDN HURDLE | $12,000.00 | Punchestown | 3218m | SOFT | Jack Kennedy | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 3.75L | $2.00 |
| 2/13 | 08/01/2026 | - | 4UP MDN HDL | $9,999.00 | Clonmel | 3403m | HEAVY | Jack Kennedy | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 6L | $2.38 |
| 4/6 | 23/11/2025 | - | Pro/Am | $10,502.00 | Punchestown | 3398m | SOFT | Harry Swan | 76.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 7L | $4.50 |

Jockey: Danny Gilligan
Weight: 75.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Didn't finish in a hurdle at Leopardstown on Mar 2nd but having second race start. Chances are slim.
Last Starts 17 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99/16 | 02/03/2026 | - | 4UP MDN HDL | $13,000.00 | Leopardstown | 3218m | SOFT | Ben Kennedy | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 999L | $151.00 |

Jockey: Phillip Enright
Weight: 75.5kgs
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Comments
Started $51.00 and fairly underwhelming when 16th last run in a hurdle at Naas but having second race start. Seems unlikely.
Last Starts 25 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/21 | 22/02/2026 | - | 4UP MDN HURDLE | $12,000.00 | Naas | 3118m | HEAVY | Brian Hayes | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 95.6L | $51.00 |

Jockey: Sean O'Keeffe
Weight: 75.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Back from a break. Odds of $151.00 and was nothing special when 10th last time in a hurdle at Punchestown. Would not recommend.
Last Starts 66 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14 | 12/01/2026 | - | 4UP MDN HURDLE | $12,000.00 | Punchestown | 3888m | SOFT | Danny Mullins | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 59.95L | $151.00 |
| 9/17 | 26/12/2025 | - | 4Y MDN HURDLE | $12,000.00 | Limerick | 3218m | HEAVY | Ben Kennedy | 69.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 37.5L | $126.00 |

Jockey: Miss N C Hennessy
Weight: 72.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Started at $151.00 and finished 6th last time in a hurdle at Naas. Expected to settle towards the rear. N C Hennessy takes a large claim. This looks a tough assignment.
Last Starts 11 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/14 | 08/03/2026 | - | 4UP MDN HURDLE | $12,000.00 | Naas | 3831m | SOFT | N C Hennessy | 72.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 20.45L | $151.00 |
| 6/9 | 19/02/2026 | - | 5UP MDN HURDLE | $15,000.00 | Thurles | 4596m | SOFT | N C Hennessy | 68.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 26L | $34.00 |
| 7/12 | 28/05/2025 | - | 5yo+ | $9,999.00 | Wexford | 4023m | GOOD | N C Hennessy | 70kg | - | - | 0 |
| 16.25L | $41.00 |
| 4/8 | 12/05/2025 | - | Pro/Am | $9,999.00 | Killarney | 3419m | GOOD | N C Hennessy | 70kg | - | - | 0 |
| 10.75L | $8.00 |
| 4/13 | 21/04/2025 | - | 4-7yo | $9,999.00 | Cork | 3218m | SOFT | N C Hennessy | 72kg | - | - | 0 |
| 5L | $51.00 |

Jockey: Mr C J Byrne
Weight: 72.5kgs
Stats
Comments
First run back from a break. Was $201.00 and came in 8th last run at Punchestown. Large claim helps. Rather have another day.
Last Starts 78 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/13 | 31/12/2025 | - | Pro/Am | $11,002.00 | Punchestown | 3693m | SOFT | C J Byrne | 75kg | - | - | 0 |
| 19.2L | $201.00 |
| 11/14 | 26/12/2025 | - | 4UP MARES FLAT | $9,999.00 | Limerick | 3218m | HEAVY | B Finn | 75kg | - | - | 0 |
| 74.35L | $81.00 |

Jockey: Ryan Treacy
Weight: 72.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Most likely not today.
Last Starts 14 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/18 | 05/03/2026 | - | 4UP MDN HURDLE | $12,501.00 | Thurles | 3346m | SOFT | Niall Moore | 72.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 110.05L | $101.00 |
| 7/7 | 01/12/2024 | - | Pro/Am | $10,000.00 | Fairyhouse | 3319m | SOFT | E Dwan | 68.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 68L | $71.00 |

Jockey: Liam Quinlan
Weight: 72.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Fresh today after a break. Odds of $67.00 and finished 7th last time in a hurdle at Cork but having second career run. Hard to recommend with any confidence.
Last Starts 75 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/17 | 03/01/2026 | - | 4-5Y MDN HURDLE | $12,000.00 | Cork | 3392m | SOFT | Liam Quinlan | 72.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 21.3L | $67.00 |

Jockey: Philip Donovan
Weight: 72.5kgs
Stats
Comments
First up from a break. Ear muffs on could be an important change. The large claim from Philip Donovan helps. Slim chance.
Last Starts 66 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/13 | 12/01/2026 | - | 4UP MARES | $11,002.00 | Punchestown | 3250m | SOFT | A P Ryan | 75kg | - | - | 0 |
| 136.6L | $9.50 |
| 4/16 | 20/12/2025 | - | 4UP MARES | $11,002.00 | Thurles | 3242m | SOFT | A P Ryan | 75kg | - | - | 0 |
| 5.25L | $6.00 |
| 3/8 | 22/11/2025 | - | Pro/Am | $11,002.00 | Punchestown | 3364m | SOFT | A P Ryan | 70kg | - | - | 0 |
| 1.75L | $34.00 |
| 6/9 | 26/10/2025 | - | Pro/Am | $10,502.00 | Galway | 3228m | SOFT | J C Barry | 72.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 8.3L | $41.00 |